Michael Adam Haber

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Michael Adam Haber

also known as #HaberPA, Michael A. Haber, P.A.

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at North Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement, Domestic Violence

12555 Biscayne Boulevard, # 893, North Miami, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Michael

Biography

Creative, Tenacious and Zealous Criminal, DUI, BUI and Domestic Violence Defense, Crime Victim Rights and Seal & Expunge Advocacy since 1991. Free Consultations. At #HaberPA "it's all about Reasonable Doubt"!

At #HaberPA "Its all about Reasonable Doubt"!

At #HaberPA "Its all about Reasonable Doubt"!

At #HaberPA "Its all about Reasonable Doubt"!

At #HaberPA "Its all about Reasonable Doubt"!

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Michael A. Haber, Esq. has litigated criminal defense cases ranging from misdemeanors to murder since being licensed in both state court (1991) and in federal court (1993).

35 years

40%
DUI and DWI 40%

Michael A. Haber, Esq. has represented over 1,000 criminal traffic cases, including misdemeanor and felony DUI charges, including DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide cases.

35 years

40%
Domestic Violence 10%

Michael A. Haber, Esq. has represented both the criminally accused and has also regularly served as a victim's rights' advocate in domestic violence cases since 1991.

35 years

10%
Expungement 10%

Michael A. Haber, Esq. regularly assists folks in sealing and expungment cases, oftentimes for out-of-State clients who never need to appear in court. This process can be done remotely.

35 years

10%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Top Contributor
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Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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+ 12
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 34 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1991

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

#HaberPA

12555 Biscayne Boulevard, # 893, North Miami, FL, 33181

criminallaw.com/lawyer/michael-a-haber

Online Presence

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Michael Adam Haber's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

271 Client Reviews

Showing 131 - 135 of 271 reviews

Posted by Brandon | November 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Attorney Mike Haber is one of a kind.

After hiring a lawyer who turned out to be unfit for my case, I turned to AVVO and searched for a lawyer with many positive reviews. That's when I came across Mike Haber. After watching his YouTube videos, I decided to give him a call. We met on a Saturday right outside his sons Karate school. Af...ter our first meeting, it was clear that he'd be the right lawyer for my case. Dedicated, ambitious, and aggressive, Mike takes the time to explain everything clearly. I was amazed the first time walking into court with him, he was able to have me in and out of the courtroom within 5 minutes. Avoided a felony conviction in my case. I would definitely recommend him to anyone facing criminal charges.

Michael Haber

Replied last November 17, 2017

Dear Brandon, That was an epic review. You hit so many salient points but I want to touch on one in particular (with a brief shout out on another at the end): Over the years I have inherited more and more cases from clients who have been victimized by their alleged legal counsel. While I always give 100% to my clientele (for instance, not unlike an old school family doctor, I am more than happy to arrange to meet you STAT - be it on a Saturday outside of my son's Kung Fu classes, or at Dunkin Donuts or at your home or your place of work or pretty much anywhere, anytime that's mutually convenient) I go even further, trying to give 110% to those clients who have hired me after firing a a snake oil salesmen in a suit who shafted them during a pending criminal prosecution. It is unfortunate that my time honored profession is now riddled with so many folks who make used car salesmen look good (some being experts at little more than creating bogus profiles which inaccurately depict themselves as being elite, others who once were something but no longer put forth the time and effort to be effective and then, sadly, there are simply incompetent counsel who's only contribution to a case is collecting a retainer fee) but I am - #HaberPA is - always happy to serve as a clean up batter, slugging and slamming an otherwise botched case back into contention. You had that experience and I am thrilled to have been both given the honor and opportunity to, and then to actually have been able to, responsibly resolve your case in such as way as to leave you a most satisfied customer. The other thing is that I wanted to mention is to thank you for the props on #HaberPA's VideoFAQ / YouTube Webisode channel (which you can see and subscribe to at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/c/michaelhaberlaw ). At present we have 222 Criminal Defense, DUI, BUI, Domestic Violence, Crime Victim's Rights and Seal & Expunge VideoFAQ / Webisodes, each of which I hope is informative, entertaining and brief - about 2 minutes long - and I am constantly scripting and filming more. Knowing that these factored into your decision to retain #HaberPA is beyond heartwarming. Thank you again for your kind review. Best wishes (and Happy Thanksgiving) to you and yours! Fondly, MAH/Esq

Posted by Greg Weimer | November 14, 2017

Excellent

Mr. Haber, went into a extremely detailed, time consuming reply and answer. I couldn't ask for better!

Michael Haber

Replied last November 14, 2017

Dear Greg, Thank you for your kind time, effort and energy in authoring a 5-star client review. You are the 140th person to do so for me. While I greatly appreciate each and every one it's especially heartwarming to read praise from someone that I do not have a true relationship with, having only spent moments (maybe an hour) answering a question on AVVO and then following up by way of e-mails and a phone call. Usually I earn a review after weeks, months (sadly) sometimes years of working together toward a common end. Still, like my mother taught me, it's the little things that matter most, and so I am happy to take the time to explain things, to provide guidance and to offer an opinion when I can, even if it does not result in being retained. Thanking you again and wishing you and yours the best of luck and success. Fondly, MAH/Esq

Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2017 | State, Local And Municipal Law

Helpful (and relieving) advice!

Mr Haber answered some questions I had about civil citations and cleared things up for me. Very helpful as I am not familiar with legal proceedings like this. Thank you again!

Michael Haber

Replied last October 12, 2017

Dear Anonymous, Thank you very kindly for your surprising review. I have no idea who you are but I am elated that A) I was able to clear things up for you and B) that I was helpful enough for you to have taken the time and spent the effort to tell others about your experience with and impression of #HaberPA. I answer a lot of questions on AVVO (16,691 to date) and unsolicited reviews (yours being a perfect example) are the highest form of flattery. AVVO also generates plenty of phone calls and emails, both of which I strive to respond to just as I would were questions posed in the form of an on-line question. Whether you are in SoFlo or not, if you have a Criminal Defense, DUI, BUI, Domestic Violence, Crime Victim's Rights or a Seal & Expunge question, then I always want to be helpful and I will take the time to at least try. That is one of the main reasons why #HaberPA is a "boutique" (i.e. "a small company that offers highly specialized services") law firm. As an aside, #HaberPA's VideoFAQ (https://www.youtube.com/c/michaelhaberlaw) presently has 222 short, creative, educational and interesting Criminal Defense, DUI, BUI, Domestic Violence, Victim's Rights Advocacy and Seal & Expunge YouTube "Webisodes" which I hope that that you will one day watch and then consider further honoring me with your subscription. Thanking you again and wishing you and yours the best of luck and success. Fondly, MAH/Esq”

Posted by Alexandra | September 29, 2017

Great advice!

Great advice! Very smart and professional. Thank you!

Michael Haber

Replied last September 29, 2017

Thank you very kindly for you strong and concise review Alexandra. I hate to admit that I have no idea who you are, what we discussed or what advise I may have offered to you, but I am absolutely thrilled that you were impressed enough by me to have taken the time and the initiative to share your positive experience with the folks! Even when it comes to random phone calls, emails and (my personal favorite...) comments on any of my 222 short, creative, educational and interesting Criminal Defense, DUI, BUI, Domestic Violence, Victim's Rights Advocacy and Seal & Expunge VideoFAQs on my YouTube channel ( https://www.youtube.com/c/michaelhaberlaw ) I always effort at being helpful, and I strive to take the time to do so. That is one of the main reasons why #HaberPA is a "boutique" (i.e. "a small company that offers highly specialized services") law firm. Thanking you again and wishing you and yours the best of luck and success. Fondly, MAH/Esq

Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Successful Outcome -- Criminal Case

From the moment I called Michael Haber, I knew he was an attorney who would help me successfully navigate this incredibly difficult time. My first call to him was very late at night on a weekday. He not only answered the call, he provided me with information and helped ease my worry. The second phone... call and subsequent email completely lifted a weight off my shoulders. You can rest assured that Mr. Haber is very knowledgeable in his field and, if you do everything he says, there will not be any issue in reaching the goal he sets forth with you from the beginning. He is always available and is very quick in his responses. His knowledge coupled with his straightforwardness and availability is not only appreciated, but also invaluable. His prices are also very reasonable. Thank you, Mr. Haber!

Michael Haber

Replied last September 20, 2017

Dear Anonymous, Thank you very much for your kind words. Please know that I very much appreciate your telling the folks who may read this (my 137th AVVO client review) about your positive experience with #HaberPA. Acknowledging that I cannot always be "Johnny-on-the-spot", I consistently do my best to field calls and offer sage advise and counsel in moments of crisis. Whether it's at the time or shortly thereafter (i.e. in response to a voicemail, text message or even a missed call), when you contact #HaberPA you will speak to me directly. I will then do my very best to educate myself about your situation so as to be able to engage in a meaningful discussion with you and then, hopefully, be able to ease your mind (although I will always tell it like it is and will not "blow sunshine up your pant leg"). Wishing you and yours the best of health, luck and success, and thanking you again for your +++ feedback! Fondly, MAH/Esq

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Michael Adam Haber's Lawyer Endorsements

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Edward Martinez

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I first met Mike about 20 years ago when I was a Special Prosecutor in the Narcotics Unit at the Miami Dade State Attorney's Office. He was and still is a hard working and knowledgable attorney, who fought for his client then and still does today. He has always been honest, fair and ethical. He is always fighting to achieve the best possible results for his clients. When I left the Miami Dade State Attorney's Office to start my private practice, I maintained my relationship with him and he and I would consult each other on some of our individual cases. He is a wealth of information and our friendship has grown over the years. Currently we co-host a podcast on Mondays at 2p.m. on Miami's Community Newspapers on Facebook Live titled "At Your Service with Haber and Martinez.""

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Alexander Smith-Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Haber in my opinion is an attorney that is truly for the people. I have followed him for a few years now, and remain inestimably impressed with both the amount of knowledge he has in criminal law and also the amount of knowledge he gives to anyone in need of legal guidance. Attorney Haber has a way of breaking down complex legal concepts into very understandable pieces that can be easily digested by someone not so familiar with legal phrases and wording. To have the career he has and the number of years he has dedicated to this craft and still be willing to help out the community at large at a second's notice is what I feel makes him a continual asset and resource to both the legal community and the state of Florida."

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John Nohlgren

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mike Haber. He is a knowledgeable, zealous attorney with decades of experience helping his clients. His answers on this platform showcase his wealth and breadth of legal knowledge, as well as his direct and sound advice. Although we practice in different areas of the state, I have spoken to Mike at length about his practice. After having done so, I am confident that Mike is a lawyer you want on your side in the courtroom. When hiring a lawyer, be sure that lawyer has the experience, knowledge, and skills necessary to effectively defend your case. If you are worried about a crime, know that Mike is one of those lawyers."

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Julio Torrente

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Haber is a brilliant legal mind and respected by his peers. I have had the pleasure of co-answering many legal questions on the Avvo platform and Mr. Haber always has an insightful answer to share. I would not hesitate to count on Mr. Haber!"

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Rory Safir

Criminal defense lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have consistently seen Michael providing detailed and thoughtful responses to the many questions that pop-up in the Q&A section on Avvo. I have no doubt that he provides his clients with the same great legal advice."

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Bryan Owens

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply put, Attorney Haber knows criminal defense. He is familiar with criminal statutes, the case law and criminal procedure. But what sets Attorney Haber apart is his mastery of strategy. Make no mistake, you are in excellent hands with Attorney Haber defending you. I fully recommend him."

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Jason Downs

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"It has been my pleasure to work with Mr. Haber in the Avvo forums answering legal questions. Mr. Haber always has a grasp for the client's needs and his vast knowledge and experience lend to his ability to offer sound legal advice. After reviewing his astute legal guides, I was even further impressed. It is my pleasure to endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Gray

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A shark. I'd recommend Mr Haber to my family if they needed criminal defense, without a doubt. Highly experienced and well recommended."

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Jeffrey Snyder

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Robert Spencer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Black

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Haber is a skilled and experienced lawyer whose legal expertise is displayed through every answer he has written on Avvo and through the awards he has earned for his legal work. The reviews he has received reveal his dedication to applying his talents to the betterment of the lives of his clients. He is an asset to our profession, and it is my pleasure to endorse him. If either myself or any family member were arrested, the first call I would make would be to Michael."

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Michael Stover

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Other

"Attorney Haber and I met when I noticed that there was one attorney on Avvo that always answered the criminal law questions that come out first. I have reviewed hundreds of analyses by attorney Haber from injunctions to bond issues, and everything in-between. There is no attorney with a better conceptual understanding of the law and promptness in its truest form."

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Michelle Merson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael Haber is an excellent choice as an attorney. I would hire him in a minute!!"

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Ashley Puro

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Haber possesses the knowledge, expertise and dedication to help his client's navigate through the criminal justice system."

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Matthew Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Haber is an incredibly skilled criminal defense attorney. I am constantly amazed at the depth and breadth of his criminal defense knowledge. One needs to look no further than his Avvo guides and YouTube info videos to see that Mr. Haber is able to boil complex legal issues into terms that non-attorneys can understand. This rare and important skill allows Mr. Haber to more effectively communicate with juries to deliver favorable results for his clients. If I, or someone I cared about, was ever in trouble in the Dade County area, I would not hesitate to seek out Mr. Haber for representation."

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Catherine Drees

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely knowledgeable about all areas of criminal defense. When other attorneys do not know how to resolve an issue, Mr. Haber always does . His clients love his aggressive demeanor that surely puts the Assistant State Attorneys he works with at a disadvantage. This area of law is constantly changing and you can bet Mr. Haber keeps up with all of the changes. I can't think of another lawyer I would recommend for criminal defense in Florida."

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Peter Schiaroli

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jaime Halscott

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Haber has shown consistent mastery of criminal defense topics and is an asset to the community."

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Matthew Kindel

Criminal defense lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Haber is always willing to provide advice to both lawyer and clients alike. His answers are straightforward and pragmatic. Since I don't practice in the Miami area, Michael is an attorney that I would refer clients to without hesitation. I strongly endorse him."

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Joseph Nohavicka

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Extremely knowledgeable and generous with his free advice to the community. I look forward to reading his responses to community questions. Never disappointed."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2020

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2019

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2019

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2018

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2018

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2017

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, Avvo

2017

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2016

Superb 10.0 5 Star Rated, Avvo

2016

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2015

Superb 10.0 5 Star Rating, AVVO.com

2015

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2014

Superb 10.0 5 Star Rating, AVVO.com

2014

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2013

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2012

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2011

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2010

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2009

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2008

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2007

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

Work Experience

2017 - 2018

Pres., #HaberPA

1991 - 2018

Pres., Law Offices of Michael A. Haber, P.A.

Associations

2017 - Present

AVVO

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Statewide)

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Miami chapter)

Life member

Education

N/A

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

law

Speaking Engagements

2024

2024

2023

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 80: Shooting the Sh*t about Shooting and Sh*t

2023

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 78: How a Routine Traffic Stop can go Fatally Bad...

2023

2022

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 54: "Rule 3 / 3.850 & Stand Your Ground / SYG Hearings"

2022

2022

2022

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 34 - "#Jails & #Prisons: Boons, Banes & Bypasses"

2022

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 33 - "Okay, it's a Hearing but who's this Arthur guy?"

2022

2021

2021

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 23 - "Crim. Pro. 101, for reals"

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 17 - War Stories / Tales of Criminal Defense Counsel

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 12, 4th Amendment Part 2 - Arrests / Seizures

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 11, Forensic Psychology with Dr. Michael P. Brannon

2021

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 8, #HaberPA's Top 10 VideoFAQ Questions Addressed

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 7, Stand your Ground from a Real World Survivor

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 4, Criminal Defense & Investigations w/ Carlos Fuentes

2021

At Your Service with Haber & Martinez AYS # 02 - Pot, Probation and Pro Tips

2021

At Your Service with Haber & Martinez AYS # 03 - Lawyers, Guns & Money w/ Arnold the FFL

2021

At Your Service with Haber & Martinez AYS # 15 - Court, CoVid & Continuances

2021

At Your Service with Haber & Martinez AYS # 13, Bail, Bond & PreTrial Release with Russ Walters

2020

Publications

2016

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2013

CNBC - American Greed Mad Money

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

Top Contributor

Michael earned significant contribution points in 2026.

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